Las Vegas Internship - MGM MIRAGE

Internship Programs

Whether you start your MGM MIRAGE career with our Hospitality Internship Program or Advanced Degree Internship Program, you will be on the fast track to jumpstart your career in the hospitality industry. Your dynamic experience will consist of real world experience, professional development training and mentorship from our management team.

Hospitality Internship Program

The Hospitality Internship Program (HIP) is a paid 12-week summer program designed to provide selected undergraduate students with and opportunity to gain the practical work experience necessary for a successful career in the hospitality industry.

You will join us in one of a variety of entry-level positions where you will have opportunities to interact with supervisors, managers, and directors. This is a paid internship where you will work at least forty hours a week and attend training classes offered through the MGM Grand University. Additionally, you will participate in a weekly Executive Speakers series and attend several exclusive executive guided tours of MGM MIRAGE properties and business units. Through MGM Grand University's Hospitality Internship Program, you may be placed at MGM MIRAGE properties such as MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Luxor, Treasure Island (TI), or MGM MIRAGE Corporate.

The Hospitality Internship Program offers internships in many departments, including Hotel Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Food and Beverage, Slot Operations, Corporate Diversity & Community Affairs, Convention Services, Philanthropy, Entertainment Administration and Special Events.

To qualify, you must:

  • Be a senior undergraduate student
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Be able to earn academic credit for participation in the program
  • Be committed to delivering exceptional guest service

Find out more details about the Hospitality Internship Program 

Advanced Degree Internship Program

The Advanced Degree Internship Program (ADIP) is a paid 10-week summer program designed to provide selected graduate students with an opportunity to integrate higher-level academic theory and principles with strategic business initiatives. You will participate in a highly engaged practical learning experience by exploring and challenging the value of blended learning and operations within the hospitality industry. Interns may have the opportunity to shadow various departments or divisions upon request.

You will attend weekly guest speaker presentations by MGM MIRAGE executives, and may participate in the undergraduate Hospitality Internship Program (HIP) weekly executive speaker series. The program involves working at least forty hours per week.

Through the Advanced Degree Internship Program, you may be placed at properties in the following areas: Hotel Operations, Slot Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Marine Biology (Shark Reef), and Corporate.

To be eligible, you must meet the following qualifications:

  • Graduate program cumulative GPA 3.0 or above
  • Must be entering second year of graduate studies at an accredited college or university
  • Be able to earn academic credit for participation in the program
MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Jennifer

Jennifer: Purdue University
Spa Supervisor, MGM Grand

"People are here to have a good time. It's really rewarding to help them do just that."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Amanda

Amanda: Purdue University
Assistant Hotel Manager
Treasure Island

"I love to hear a guest say they had the time of their life on their vacation..."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Danielle

Danielle: University of Arizona
Merchandise Planner, Bellagio

"Keep an open mind; things don't always go as planned, but there are people watching out for you."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Kenny

Kenny: University Nevada Las Vegas
Management Associate, Luxor

"The Luxor team members are some of the most talented and capable people I have ever encountered; I am truly blessed..."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Sara

Sara: Rochester Institute of Technology
Training Supervisor - Housekeeping
MGM Grand

"MGM MIRAGE fits the professional goals I want to reach."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Chris

Chris: University of Pennsylvania
Slot Marketing Assistant Manager
Mandalay Bay

"I love what I do and I love learning it on the fly."

MGM MIRAGE College Recruits
Las Vegas Internship - Michael

Michael: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Development Project Manager
CityCenter Residential Division

"I wouldn't change a thing."